Good Morning! On this day in 1948, country singer Larry Gatlin was born in Seminole. He and his brothers Rudy and Steve formed a vocal group known for hits like “Broken Lady,” “All the Gold in California,” and “Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer to You).”
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New DFW Terminal Doubling in Size
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport’s new Terminal F will double in size from 15 to 31 gates, according to a Thursday announcement by airport CEO Sean Donohue and American Airlines CEO Robert Isom. American is also extending its lease with the airport to 2043.
The original project’s price tag was $1.6 billion when it was announced in 2023, but that figure has increased to $4 billion with the expansion. American Airlines, which accounts for 82% of the airport’s traffic, will be the new terminal’s sole tenant.
DFW International Airport is also undergoing a $3 billion renovation of Terminal C, which will add more gates ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Metroplex will host nine games during the competition.
Last year, 87.8 million passengers passed through DFW, making it the world’s third-busiest airport. By the end of the decade, the airport is projected to accommodate 100 million passengers annually.
Legislative Update
Several high-profile bills advanced in either the Texas House or Senate this week. The current legislative session ends a month from today, although crucial deadlines are approaching quickly.
On Tuesday, the Senate unanimously passed legislation that clarifies medical exceptions to the state’s surgical abortion ban. Dubbed the “Life of the Mother Act,” Senate Bill 31 states that doctors can remove an ectopic pregnancy and the remains of a miscarriage.
On Wednesday, the Senate passed a bill that extends the private enforcement mechanism of the state’s abortion ban to manufacturers and distributors of abortion-inducing drugs. Approved along party lines, Senate Bill 2880 stipulates that it cannot be challenged in court before it goes into effect.
Aurora, a Pittsburgh-based self-driving freight company, launched its first driverless semi-truck on public roads in Texas this week. It operates on I-45 between Dallas and Houston for Uber Freight and Hirschbach Motor Lines.
The company transports over 100 loads a week using 30 supervised trucks. During a four-year pilot program, it logged 3 million miles over 10,000 hauls. By the end of the year, it aims to scale up to a few dozen autonomous trucks on the road.
Industry groups have expressed skepticism about the technology, citing concerns about “phantom braking,” insufficient testing, and limited transparency regarding safety records. Some studies show driverless semis could eliminate up to 500,000 jobs.
According to a survey conducted by Advocates for Highway & Auto Safety, 86% of U.S. drivers are worried about sharing the road with a driverless truck. However, proponents of the technology say it can improve safety, reduce delivery times, and help address driver shortages.
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➤ Brownsville: U.S. District Court Judge Fernando Rodriguez Jr. ruled yesterday that the 18th-century Alien Enemies Act cannot be used to deport Venezuelans from South Texas, stating that the Trump administration failed to show they were involved in a “predatory incursion.” (More)
➤ El Paso: A departing Southwest Airlines plane returned to its gate Wednesday after a passenger’s cell phone battery ignited. Flight attendants extinguished the fire, and the passengers were transferred to another Houston-bound aircraft. (More)
➤ Hutto ISD: A severed rabbit’s head was found in the high school boys’ bathroom on Monday. Administrators say they have identified the perpetrator and are “actively pursuing criminal charges in partnership with local law enforcement.” (See Details)
➤ Decatur: Rodeo legend Roy “Super Looper” Cooper, the winner of eight world roping titles, died Tuesday at the age of 69 in a house fire. (More)
➤ San Antonio: University of Texas at San Antonio professor Zaid Mashhour Haddad was arrested Tuesday and charged with possession of child pornography, according to the Department of Justice. (More)
➤ Jacksboro: Following a mass resignation earlier this year, the city’s two remaining police officers have also resigned, leaving the Jack County Sheriff’s Office responsible for policing the city. (See Details)
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➤The Dallas Stars lost Game 6 of their first-round NHL playoffs series to the Colorado Avalanche 7-4 in Denver on Thursday. Game 7 in Dallas on Saturday night will decide which team advances. (More)
➤The Texas Longhorns will spend $35-40 million on their football roster in 2025, the largest reported figure in the country. Quarterback Arch Manning will be the team’s highest-paid player “by far.” (More)
➤ Texas Techwomen’s tennis coach Adam Herendeen earned Big 12 Coach of the Year honors after leading the Lady Raiders to a conference championship. His team begins NCAA postseason tournament play today. (More)
➤Houston Astros star Jose Altuve requested to move out of the leadoff spot because he needs “more time to catch his breath” after running to the dugout from his new position in left field. He hit a home run in his first game batting second. (More)
➤ Several Central Texas high schools played their first-ever girls’ flag football games this week in Pflugerville. The nine teams receive funding from the Houston Texans. (More)
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➤ The CEO of MedtoMarket, an Austin-based medical training facility, has been charged with abuse of a corpse following allegations that a contracted mortuary conducted illegal experiments. (More)
➤ Baylor College of Medicine in Houston has terminated 122 employees amid uncertainty over potential federal funding cuts. The layoffs affected positions in administration, research, clinical care, and education. (More)
➤ Walmart opened its first new Supercenter in four years on Wednesday in Cypress. Dubbed the company’s first “Store of the Future,” it features an expanded product selection, digital shelf labels, a drive-thru pharmacy, and a private room for nursing mothers. (More)
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➤ The fossilized remains of an ancient plesiosaur were discovered last year at a housing development in Celina. The 12-foot skeleton has been acquired by the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas. (See Photos)
➤ Army Capt. Travis Chewning-Kulick ran a mile in 7 minutes and 4 seconds while wearing a 50-pound bomb suit during a competition at Fort Cavazos, setting a new world record. (See Photo)
➤ A 150-year-old home in Mesquite’s Opal Lawrence Historical Park is undergoing a $500,000 restoration project that includes repairs to its roof, chimney, and siding, along with a full exterior paint job. (See Photos)
➤ Meanwhile, a 29,900-square-foot mansion in Prosper once owned by Dallas Cowboys legend Deion Sanders is listed for $5.5 million. Vacant for over a decade, the home features nine bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, a 14-bay garage, and a two-story closet. (See Photos)
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New DFW Terminal Doubling in Size
